Power Platform Developer

Cayuse Holdings; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Cayuse Holdings is seeking a Power Platform Developer to design, develop, and implement solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse, and Power BI. You will address business needs, model data, design dashboards, and integrate with legacy and third-party systems.

You will lead architectural design sessions, enforce ALM and governance, mentor junior developers, and collaborate with architects, product owners, and business analysts to shape platform strategy.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of expert-level Power Platform experience (Canvas & Model-Driven).
• Strong Data modeling with Dataverse and relational structures.
• Experience building PCF controls and custom connectors.
• Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript and modern JS frameworks.
• Experience with C# plugins, ALM, governance, and security practices.
• Ability to mentor juniors and lead architecture discussions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain advanced Power Platform solutions.
• Lead architecture sessions and translate requirements into scalable solutions.
• Build data models, governance, and secure environment strategies.
• Develop connectors, integrations, and API-based workflows across M365/Azure.
• Create and deploy PCF controls and extensibility components.
• Lead workshops with stakeholders and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Power Apps canvas/model-driven

Power Automate

Dataverse

Power BI

PCF controls

JavaScript/TypeScript

React/Angular/Vue

C# plugins

DevOps

Git-based deployments

Architecture design

Mentoring

Security governance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Power Apps

Power Automate

Dataverse

Power BI

PCF

Azure

Git

Job description

Overview

Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.

The Work:

The Power Platform Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing solutions utilizing Microsoft Power Platform to address business needs and enhance organizational processes. This role requires in-depth expertise in application development, process automation, data modeling, report/dashboard design, and robust integration with legacy and third-party systems.

This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain advanced solutions using Power Apps (Canvas and Model-Driven), Power Automate, Dataverse, and Power BI
• Lead architectural design sessions and translate business requirements into scalable, well-structured Power Platform solutions
• Implement robust data models, relationships, and business rule using Dataverse and other connected data sources
• Build custom connectors, integrate external systems, and optimize API-based integrations across the M365 and Azure ecosystems.
• Develop and deploy Power Apps Component Framework (PCF) controls and other extensibility components using JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Establish and enforce Power Platform governance, including environment strategy, ALM processes, and security best practices.
• Manage solution lifecycle through source control, DevOps pipelines, and automated deployment processes.
• Perform code reviews, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure high-quality, maintainable solutions.
• Lead workshops, discovery sessions, and technical discussions with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior developers and citizen developers.
• Collaborate with architects, product owners, and business analysts to refine requirements and shape platform strategy.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, design specifications, and solution diagrams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need:

The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.

• 5-8 years experience (expert-level) building solutions using Power Apps (Canvas & Model-Driven), and Power Automate.
• Strong proficiency with Dataverse, data modeling, and relational data structures.
• Experience developing Power Apps Component Framework (PCF) controls.
• Experience in creating and consuming custom connectors and integrating external systems.
• Experience with JavaScript, HTML, CSS.
• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks, such as React, Angular, or Vue, and Node.js.
• Experience with developing, packaging, and deploying C# plugins for extending business logic in Power Apps applications.
• Solid understanding of solution layering, ALM, and managed/unmanaged solution strategies.
• Experience implementing role-based security, environment strategies, and governance best practices.
• Strong skills designing and optimizing Power Automate flows.
• Experience integrating Power Platform with Azure services (e.g. Functions, Logic Apps, API Management, Key Vault).
• Ability to design scalable, enterprise-grade Power Platform architectures.
• Experience setting standards, patterns, and governance best practices for low-code development.
• Ability to evaluate business requirements, perform gap analyses, and propose modern solution architectures.
• Experience with DevOps pipelines, Git-based deployments, and automated solution deployment strategies.
• Ability to mentor junior developers and guide teams on best practices.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with business stakeholders, product owners, and technical teams.
• Design intuitive and aesthetically pleasing interfaces that enhance user experience.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback and make improvements.
• Develop dashboards and reports using Power BI to provide insights and data visualization.
• Bachelor’s Degree (additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of the Degree).
• 1+ year of experience with Power BI and SharePoint.
• ActiveTop Secret required with ability to obtain SCI.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills Required:

• Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with diverse technical teams.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in dynamic project environments.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements, identify gaps, and coordinate with specialized teams to resolve them.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Microsoft Power Platform certifications (e.g., PL-100, PL-200, PL-400).
• Experience Dynamics 365, and Azure services.
• Understanding of Agile development methodologies.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions:

• Professional office environment with the ability to work on-site.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.